Trent Fitzgerald
J. Cole Honored with ‘J. Cole Day’ in North Carolina, Drops New Song
Rapper J. Cole returned to his hometown of Fayetteville, N.C. on Thursday to launch his annual Dreamville Weekend, which is named after his record label that he started when he was in college. The Roc Nation artist was honored with his own holiday as Cumberland County Commissioner Charles Evans officially proclaimed March 1, 2012, as “J. Cole Day.”
Rick Ross Not Implicated in Miami Murder
Following reports that a dead body was found at a home that was owned by Rick Ross, police have confirmed that the rapper is not a suspect in the case. A Miami detective told MTV News on Wednesday (Feb. 29) that Ross is not a suspect, nor is he being sought for questioning.
Frank Ocean Facing Legal Action Over ‘Hotel California Sample
Frank Ocean is not known to attract controversy, but it seems he likes to revel in it. The R&B crooner shared some bad news with his fans on his Tumblr blog on Feb. 29. Apparently, Don Henley, the frontman for the legendary rock group the Eagles, has threatened to sue the Odd Future singer if he continues to perform’American Wedding’ in concert.
Wiz Khalifa + Amber Rose Are Officially Engaged
It’s official! Wiz Khalifia and his boo, Amber Rose, are engaged to be married. The rapper went on his twitter page to announce the good news:
Robin Thicke Busted for Marijuana Possession in New York
Robin Thicke is singing a sour note right about now. The R&B crooner was arrested in New York for marijuana possession. Yep, you read it correctly. We are just as shock as you are.
Nicki Minaj Exorcises Her Demons at the 2012 Grammy Awards
Nicki Minaj is known for her crazy antics but her performance at the 2012 Grammy Awards Sunday night was simply weird. We should have realized that something strange was going to happen when she graced the red carpet as Little Red Riding Hood. WTF?
Chris Brown Dances Up a Storm at the 2012 Grammy Awards
Chris Brown got the Grammy Awards jumping with a bombastic dance performance. This marks the singer’s return to the center stage since his infamous arrest for assaulting his former girlfriend Rihanna before the Grammys in 2009.
Lil Wayne Receives $285,000 Bentley as Gift
Recession? What recession? In a new video posted by photographer/director Derick G, Birdman lives up to the name Cash Money as he hands out Bentley Mulsanne vehicles to Lil Wayne and Mack Maine . If you’re interested in buying one, the lavish car is priced at $285,000.
Jay-Z + Beyonce File Trademark to Protect Blue Ivy Carter Name
Jay-Z and Beyonce are making sure no one cashes in on their baby’s good name. The R&B/hip-hop power couple filed an application on Jan. 26 with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to protect Blue Ivy‘s name, reports the Washington Post. The trademark will help reserve her name for a future line of baby carriages, baby cosmetics, diaper bags and kids apparel.
Rihanna Breaks VEVO Record With Two Billion Views
Rihanna is breaking records all over the place. After being crowned the biggest-selling digital artist of all time, the pop siren is now being exulted as the first female artist to reach over a billion views on VEVO. The ‘Talk That Talk’ artist has netted two billion views on the popular video site so far.
Drake Puts ‘I’m On One’ Miami Condos Up for Sale
Hip-hop star Drake is selling his two luxurious Miami condos that were once featured in DJ Khaled‘s video for ‘I’m On One.’ Drizzy put the properties on the market last week reports TMZ. The two neighboring apartments, which he combined into one huge large space, are located in the posh Marquis Residences in downtown Miami.
Comedian Pokes Fun at Jay-Z and Beyonce with ‘Glory’ Song Parody
Every since Blue Ivy Carter entered the world on Jan. 7, her doting parents, Jay-Z and Beyonce, had been fodder for the tabloids. Her birth, and the couple’s extraordinary efforts to secure their privacy, is now the subject of a song parody.